NEW SEASON OCTOBER 2017 / APRIL 2018 ADVANCE PROGRAM BOOK EARLY & SAVE UP TO 50% THIS IS NOT JUST ANY HOLIDAY. THIS IS AN MSC CRUISE. MSCCRUISES.CO.

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1 NEW SEASON OCTOBER 2017 / APRIL 2018 ADVANCE PROGRAM BOOK EARLY & SAVE UP TO 50% THIS IS NOT JUST ANY HOLIDAY. THIS IS AN MSC CRUISE. MSCCRUISES.CO.ZA

2 MSC LIRICA MSC ARMONIA MSC OPERA MSC SINFONIA MSC MUSICA MSC ORCHESTRA MSC POESIA MSC FANTASIA MSC SPLENDIDA MSC MAGNIFICA MSC DIVINA MSC PREZIOSA TO COME MSC MERAVIGLIA MSC SEASIDE MSC SEAVIEW MSC BELLISSIMA CLASS MERAVIGLIA PLUS CLASS MERAVIGLIA PLUS CLASS SEASIDE WORLD CLASS WORLD CLASS WORLD CLASS WORLD CLASS OUR FLEET

3 MSC MERAVIGLIA MSC SEASIDE You ll love your first destination, our ships. Get on board and start your trip even before cast off. MSC PREZIOSA, MSC DIVINA, MSC SPLENDIDA, MSC FANTASIA Dive into a glamorous world of comfort, leisure and entertainment. On board you will discover many restaurants serving delicious cuisine, bars for all tastes and activities for all ages: swimming pool, gym, casino, disco, shows, spa and children's facilities in partnership clubs with Chicco and Lego. Not to mention quality service through our attentive and multilingual staff. MSC MAGNIFICA, MSC POESIA, MSC ORCHESTRA, MSC MUSICA MSC OPERA, MSC LIRICA, MSC SINFONIA, MSC ARMONIA

4 Discover the world with MSC Cruises. Immerse yourself in other cultures. Explore the most beautiful regions of the world with MSC Cruises. From breathtaking landscapes to futuristic skylines, remote islands and multicultural metropolises. We have the ideal itinerary to inspire you. Whether your dream destination is the Mediterranean or South America, the Emirates or the Caribbean, Northern Europe or South Africa - we will accompany you on an unforgettable expedition around the globe! NORTHERN EUROPE MEDITERRANEAN CARIBBEAN, WEST INDIES & CUBA SOUTH AMERICA DUBAI, ABU DHABI & SIR BANI YAS SOUTH AFRICA

5 MSC GRAND VOYAGES MSC GRAND TOUR MEDITERRANEAN CARIBBEAN, WEST INDIES & CUBA NORTHERN EUROPE SOUTH AMERICA DUBAI, ABU DHABI & SIR BANI YAS CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR SOUTH AFRICA

6 EXCLUSIVE NEW DESTINATION FROM 2017 NOT JUST ANY CRUISE, IT S AN MSC CRUISE. Mozambique s hidden jewel, the best of Pomene Bay. Pomene Bay, 605km north of Maputo and 170km south of Vilanculos, is arguably one of the most picturesque destinations in Mozambique. The azures colours of the Indian Ocean seas lap onto the powdery white sand of this peninsula s palm-lined beaches on one side, while the other side is framed by the clear waters of a spectacular mangrove estuary.

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8 Itineraries to inspire you, from the beaches of the Indian Ocean to deserts stretching towards the Atlantic The beaches of the Indian Ocean on one side, the deserts stretching towards the Atlantic on the other. A land of contrasts, the southernmost part of Africa offers a travel experience which is one of a kind, where nature reigns with its breath-taking landscapes, from volcanoes to giant reefs of smooth, dark granite rock, soft skies and lagoons suspended in time. This is the background to life in this great and multifaceted continent. A journey on an MSC cruise will take you on the discovery of locations deep in wild and luxuriant natural settings. Visitors to the African Continent, will be overcome, on their return home, by a subtle nostalgia and a desire to return to those lands. This feeling is known as mal d Afrique, and there is a good reason for it. So don t hesitate to be seduced by the fascinating tours to places such as Cape Town and Durban in South Africa, Pomene Bay, Ilha de Mozambique, Maputo in Mozambique, Walvis Bay in Namibia, La Possession (Reunion Island), Port Louis(Mauritius). MOZAMBIQUE COAST POMENE BAY - Pomene Bay, 605km north of Maputo and 170km south of Vilanculos, is arguably one of the most picturesque destinations in Mozambique. The azures colours of the Indian Ocean seas lap onto the powdery white sand of this peninsula s palm-lined beaches on one side, while the other side is framed by the clear waters of a spectacular mangrove estuary. PORTUGUESE ISLAND - The inhabited neighbour to Portuguese Island is a subtropical paradise with a wealth of breath-taking beaches, coral reefs and exotic marine life. MSC Cruises' guests will have the option to use the facilities of the renowned Pestana Inhaca Lodge, or visit the local village for traditional local fare and shopping. MAPUTO - The sprawling capital of Mozambique, Maputo has an impressive skyline and a cosmopolitan Portuguese/African atmosphere. It offers visitors shopping at the local markets, museums, and plenty of restaurants serving the best prawns and peri-peri chicken. ILHA DE MOZAMBIQUE - Once the capital of Portuguese East Africa, Ilha de Mozambique is home to colonial architecture, bustling street markets and wonderful cuisine. The fortified city of Mozambique is located on this island, a former Portuguese trading-post on the route to India. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2009, the island has enjoyed a period of rejuvenation and is a fascinating blend of African, Portuguese, Arab and Indian cultures. INDIAN OCEAN ISLAND MAURITIUS - An oasis of peace and tranquillity promising a unique holiday experience with palm fringed and powder-soft beaches. Sightseeing, shopping and dining options are also available in abundance. REUNION - An island of true contrasts with an active volcano, black sandy beaches, sophisticated shops and fine restaurants. NAMIBIA WALVIS BAY - Lies alongside a huge natural lagoon with flamingos and pelicans. SOUTH AFRICA DURBAN - When you alight from your MSC cruise in Durban South Africa s third-largest city and the continent s largest port you will be captured by its tropical colours and holidaying people. CAPE TOWN - When your MSC cruise brings you to Cape Town, it s easy to see that, more than a scenic backdrop, Table Mountain is the solid core of this port city. It divides the city into distinct zones, with public gardens, wilderness, forests, hiking routes, vineyards and desirable residential areas trailing down its lower slopes.

9 PORTUGUESE ISLAND CAPE TOWN POMENE BAY REUNION ILHA DE MOZAMBIQUE DURBAN MAURITIUS SOUTH AFRICA

10 PROMOTIONS & FARES Launch your cruise holiday with an amazing deal We have created a wide variety of amazing promotions to suit everyone s holiday needs. Whether you are on your own, travelling with family and friends or celebrating an anniversary, you ll find a fare to suit your situation. BEST PRICE TODAY Best price today guarantees you the best available price at time of booking. It is not published in the brochure and it may change over time, so you will need to go to or ask your Travel Agent to recieve the current fares. CHILDREN (0-17) CRUISE FREE! Up to 2 kids under 18 years * travelling in the same cabin as their parents on local departures, cruise free only paying the mandatory charges^. This offer is subject to the availability of 4 berth cabins. Not valid on Grand Voyage or international departures. For a detailed overview of all fares please visit our website YOUNG & YOUNG If you and your friends or partner (sharing the same cabin) are between 18 and 29 years of age, you qualify for a special discount per cabin on the Regular Quoted Fare: 10% (Interior, Outside with Partial View & Ocean View), 15% (Balcony & Suite). Just one of the reasons why so many young people choose MSC Cruises. Find out more about our Fares ALL IN ONE 1 adults + up to 3 children under 18 Traveling together in one cabin makes sense: the parent pays the Regular quoted fare, while the first child under 18 pays just 60% of the adults fare and the remaining children pay mandatory charges only. SINGLES FARES If you are cruising alone, you can savour the luxury of having a whole cabin to yourself. An 80% minimum surcharge, based on availability, will be applied to your cruise fare. Please check with your Travel Agent to find out the exact surcharge applicable. Find out more about our fares TANDEM Give your children the luxury of their own cabin* at a very special price. Parents pay the Regular Quoted Fare, while children pay a reduced rate. For cruises of up to 9 nights duration, prices per child start from: Interior R450 per child per night, Outside with Partial View/Ocean View R500 per child per night, Balcony R600 per child per night, Suite R750 per child per night. For high season cruises, prices per child start from: Interior R550 per child per night, Outside with Partial View/Ocean View R600 per child per night, Balcony R700 per child per night, Suite R850 per child per night. SENIOR CLUB Are you sharing a cabin with a partner or friend, both of you aged over 65? Thanks to this amazing offer, you re eligible for the following special discount per cabin compared to the Regular Quoted Fare: 10% (Inside, Outside with Partial View & Ocean View), 15% (balcony & Suite). What s more, those booking an Ocean view or Balcony also receive a fantastic welcome package comprising: A bottle of Moët & Chandon Champagne Chocolate Strawberries Two Souvenir Flutes An invitation from the Captain for an exclusive cocktail. Find out more about our fares HONEYMOONERS If married life is a journey, then a cruise is the perfect start! At MSC Cruises, we make honeymooning couples feel really special, as well as giving them a great deal. All honeymooners are eligible for a discount on the Regular Quoted Fare: 10% (Inside, Outside with Partial View & Ocean View) or 15% (Balcony & Suite) as well as special on-board treatment with a surprise. Just present your marriage certificate when booking to receive this remarkable wedding present. See your Travel Agent for details. Find out more about our fares TERMS & CONDITIONS: All Promotions are quota based, once the quota is met, the offer no longer applies. Only applicable to STANDARD and BEST PRICE FARES. Promotions are not combinable with each other, but are combinable with MSC Club discounts (except for Tandem). KIDS CRUISE FREE: In SUITES - only 1 child under the age of 18 years or 2 children under the age of 12 years may occupy the cabin. Special conditions apply to insurance for children who are not the legal, or adopted children, of the adults with whom they are travelling. Visit msccruises.co.za for detailed T&Cs. TANDEM The category and location of the second cabin will be confirmed at the time of booking and available on all cabin categories. One Tandem offer per family, high season departures are subject to a surcharge. HONEYMOON FARES Valid for all departures within 6 months of your wedding or anniversary date. *Passengers must be the age required at the time of completion of travel to benefit from age related discount. ^Mandatory charges include port, insurance and hotel service fees.

11 CRUISE CALENDAR BOOK EARLY & SAVE UP TO 50% Our cruise calendar is an easy reference tool for selecting your ideal itinerary, departure date and price. The prices below are our Standard Fares, which are capacity controlled and can fluctuate in line with demand. (MSC Dynamic Pricing Policy). MSC SA offers up to 50% savings on selected departures; for current pricing and to view the Best Price Today visit our website msccruises.co.za. DEPARTURE DATE NTS 1. Fri, 07 Oct Fri, 20 Apr ITINERARY Venice, Katakolon, Heraklion, Suez Canal Transit, Eilat, Aqaba, Port Victoria, Port Louis, La Possession, Durban Durban Port, La Possession, Port Louis, Port Victoria, Aqaba, Suez Canal Transit, Katakolon, Kotor, Split, Venice INTERIOR CABIN FROM OUTSIDE CABIN FROM BALCONY CABIN FROM SAVE UP TO 50% R R R R R All advertised prices are per person, based on 2 passengers sharing a 2 berth cabin. Prices reflected are indicative only and based on standard season departures. * Bold indicates high season cruises. All cruise offers are capacity controlled, offering selected cabins at a specific price in line with MSC Cruises Dynamic Pricing Policy. Single Supplement applies, multiple berth cabins carry a surcharge. Mandatory Port, Service and Insurance Charges listed are adult fees; children pay reduced fees. All cruises are governed by MSC Standard Terms & Conditions; which together with the current availability and pricing are available on our website msccruises.co.za. Price and Itineraries correct at time of print September 2016; but remain subject to availability, foreign exchange and fuel cost fluctuations. * Grand Voyage mandatory fees exclude insurance E&OE. SUITE FROM PORT, INSURANCE & SERVICE FEES R R R R R Mon, 30 Oct '17 4 Durban, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Fri, 03 Nov '17 3 Durban, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Mon, 06 Nov '17 4 Durban, Portuguese Island, Pomene, Durban R R R R R Fri, 10 Nov '17 3 Durban, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Mon, 13 Nov '17 4 Durban, Pomene, Durban R R R R R Fri, 17 Nov '17 3 Durban, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Mon, 20 Nov '17 5 Durban, Maputo, Portuguese Island, Pomene, Durban R R R R R Sat, 25 Nov '17 2 Durban, No Where, Durban R R R R R Mon, 27 Nov '17 4 Durban, Pomene, Durban R R R R R Fri, 01 Dec '17 3 Durban, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Mon, 04 Dec '17 4 Durban, Portuguese Island, Pomene Durban R R R R R Fri, 08 Dec '17 3 Durban, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Mon, 11 Dec '17 4 Durban, Portuguese Island, Pomene Durban R R R R R Fri, 15 Dec '17 3 Durban, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Mon, 18 Dec '17 8 Durban, Ilha De Mozambique, Pomene, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Tue, 26 Dec '17 11 Durban, Reunion, Port Louis, Durban R R R R R Sat, 06 Jan '18 3 Durban, Cape Town R R R R R Tue, 09 Jan '18 4 Cape Town, Walvis Bay, Cape Town R R R R R Sat, 13 Jan '18 2 Cape Town, Nowhere, Cape Town R R R R R Mon, 15 Jan '18 4 Cape Town, Walvis Bay, Cape Town R R R R R Fri, 19 Jan '18 3 Cape Town, Durban R R R R R Mon, 22 Jan '18 5 Durban, Maputo, Portuguese Island, Pomene, Durban R R R R R Sat, 27 Jan '18 2 Durban, No Where, Durban R R R R R Mon, 29 Jan '18 4 Durban, Portuguese Island, Pomene, Durban R R R R R Fri, 02 Feb '18 3 Durban, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Mon, 05 Feb '18 4 Durban, Pomene, Durban R R R R R Fri, 09 Feb '18 3 Durban, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Mon, 12 Feb '18 4 Durban, Portuguese Island, Pomene, Durban R R R R R Fri, 16 Feb '18 3 Durban, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Mon, 19 Feb '18 4 Durban, Pomene, Durban R R R R R Fri, 23 Feb '18 3 Durban, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Mon, 26 Feb '18 4 Durban, Portuguese Island, Pomene, Durban R R R R R Fri, 02 Mar '18 3 Durban, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Mon, 05 Mar '18 4 Durban, Portuguese Island, Pomene, Durban R R R R R Fri, 09 Mar '18 3 Durban, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Mon, 12 Mar 18 4 Durban, Portuguese Island, Pomene Durban R R R R R Fri, 16 Mar '18 3 Durban, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Mon, 19 Mar '18 4 Durban, Portuguese Island, Pomene Durban R R R R R Fri, 23 Mar '18 3 Durban, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Mon, 26 Mar '18 4 Durban, Pomene, Durban R R R R R Fri, 30 Mar '18 3 Durban, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Mon, 02 Apr '18 4 Durban, Portuguese Island, Pomene, Durban R R R R R Fri, 06 Apr '18 3 Durban, Portuguese Island, Durban R R R R R Mon, 09 Apr '18 4 Durban, Portuguese Island, Pomene, Durban R R R R R Fri, 13 Apr '18 2 Durban, No Where, Durban R R R R R Sun, 15 Apr '18 5 Durban, Maputo, Portuguese Island, Pomene, Durban R R R R R 1 355

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